S.H.A.R.E. Center

The Dr. Mike Flores Emergency Aid Program is a vital resource designed to provide immediate, one-time financial assistance to students facing unexpected financial hardships. Recognizing that unforeseen expenses can pose significant barriers to academic success, this program aims to help students navigate challenging times by covering essential living expenses.

To learn more, visit the PAC SHARE Center portal of AlamoEXPERIENCE. Online application 

Palomino Pantry

Palomino Pantry is your on-campus resource for food and essential items. We are dedicated to supporting our students' well-being by providing them with access to food and basic necessities.

Palomino Pantry operates on an appointment basis to ensure we can serve as many students as possible. Each student is eligible to visit the pantry once a month.

Our pantry offers a variety of items, allowing students to shop for what they need. We strive to keep our shelves stocked with fresh produce, non-perishable foods, personal care products, and other essential items.

Make an appointment to shop in the pantry:
Schedule an appointment

Grab-N-Go

Grab-N-Go lunch program is available daily for currently enrolled students. This program ensures that members of our campus community have access to meals. Visit us during normal operating hours to take advantage of this resource. ECHS (Early College High School) and Dual Credit students are not eligible for this service.

Brief, solution-focused mental health counseling can be scheduled free of charge for enrolled students. Counselors are available by phone, email, or zoom during regular office hours. All sessions require an appointment. Email pac-counselor@alamo.edu to schedule an appointment.

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Palo Alto College provides two convenient public transportation services for the campus community. These options are designed to simplify your commute, whether you're going to class or working on campus.

1. VIA Link Service

VIA Link operates within Zone #3 (VIA Link Madla) and is available 7 days a week from 5 am to 9:30 pm. You can catch a VIA Link ride at the following campus locations:

• Vet Tech
• PERF
• San Marcos
• San Jacinto

To learn more or to schedule a ride, please visit viainfo.net/link or call (210) 655-Link [5465]. 

2. VIAtrans Service

VIAtrans provides specialized paratransit services for eligible individuals who cannot utilize regular bus service because of a disability, and requires an application process. If you’re eligible, you can apply online HERE. VIAtrans operates 8:00 a.m. to 4:45 p.m., daily, and reservations can be made one (1) day to four (4) days in advance. VIAtrans pick-up locations on campus include:

• Rio Grande
• San Jacinto
• San Marcos
• Ozuna (North and South of the parking lot)

For more information and to start your application, visit viainfo.net/vos or call (210) 362-5050. 

For your convenience a campus map with marked VIA pick-up locations has been linked below.

Campus Map